Petrus Kilian
Petrus Johannes Justus Daniel Kilian (born 24 February 1850, Harrismith, Orange Free State - died 10 November 1941, Heidelberg, Transvaal, South Africa) was a South African military leader and member of the Heidelberg Commando.[1] His father, Justus Daniel Kilian, was a Voortrekker. He was largely of French, Dutch and German descent (He was an Afrikaner). He was also one of the leaders of the Dutch Reformed Church of Heidelberg.
Petrus Kilian | |
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 Petrus at the age of 83 years. | |
| Born | 24 February 1850 Harrismith, Orange Free State |
| Died | 10 November 1941 |
| Occupation | Military Commander |
| Known for | Battle of Majuba Hill |
| Spouse | 1. Regina Catharina Geere (m. 1871-1874)
2. Elsie Dorothea Susara Meyer (m. 1875-1880) 3. Maria Catharina Margaretha de Lange (m. 1881-1941) |
| Children | 15 |
| Parent(s) | Justus Daniel Kilian and Maria Elizabeth Venter |
Battle of Majuba
A newspaper article published in 1933, 8 years prior to Kilian's death, stated that he was the last survivor of the battle of Majuba. Kilian fought in 6 South African wars against the British. In the article it states that he was a commandant, in wich he thoroughly describes the battle.
Gallery
A newspaper extract from 1933.